Adventures And Researches Among The Andaman Islanders (1863)

By Frederic John Mouat and Frederic J. Mouat

Book Overview

Adventures and Researches Among the Andaman Islanders is a book written by Frederic John Mouat and published in 1863. The book is a detailed account of Mouat's experiences living with and studying the Andaman Islanders, a group of indigenous people living on the Andaman Islands in the Bay of Bengal.Mouat's book provides a fascinating insight into the culture and customs of the Andaman Islanders, who were largely unknown to the outside world at the time. He describes their language, dress, food, and religious beliefs, as well as their unique social and political structures.In addition to his observations of the Andaman Islanders, Mouat also recounts his own adventures and mishaps during his time on the islands. He describes encounters with dangerous animals, treacherous terrain, and violent storms, as well as his interactions with other European explorers and colonial officials.Overall, Adventures and Researches Among the Andaman Islanders is a fascinating and informative account of one man's experiences living among a little-known indigenous people in a remote corner of the world. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in anthropology, colonial history, or the exploration of new and unfamiliar cultures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165277271
• ISBN13: 9781165277278
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"